Pam of Babylon — Suzanne Jenkins

For Long Islander Pam Smith, happily preparing for the return of her husband every Friday night is a way of life, until she receives a dreaded telephone call that will change everything, forever. Three very different women -- a wife and two mistresses -- gather at the deathbed of Jack Smith, the man that connects them all. As they grapple with their loss, they come to know one another, realizing that the man they all loved was not what he seemed to be. Can they discover the whole truth about Jack and make peace with it, or is their trust in him already too deeply shattered? Pam of Babylon is a compelling read, which engages the senses and provokes response. Wonderfully written and beautifully told, this is a knockout novel about love, forgiveness, and the mysteries of the human heart. Pam of Babylon is the first of eleven novels in the series. Come along for the ride of your life as you ask yourself this one question. How well do I know my husband? “An intriguing first novel that revolves around a husband's death and hidden secrets…consistently interesting, this psychological novel contains some mystery and moves along quickly for a non-thriller.” Of the second book in the series, Don't You Forget About Me, Kirkus Review says, "An exciting, surprising story that leaves the reader hungry for the next book." And of Dream Lover, the third in the series, "A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit."Kirkus Review “Excellent!” Dan Georgakas, editor Cineaste Magazine. Suzanne Jenkins lives near the west Michigan lakeshore. The author of twenty-seven novels and counting, Pam of Babylon was her first. To learn more about Suzanne Jenkins, go to www.suzannejenkins.net.